Storms River is a small village in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. It is located in the Garden Route and functions as the gateway to the Tsitsikamma National Park. Only a short drive east of Knysna, Storms River comprises more than just a village – it is a synonym for anything adventurous and daring, mild or wild. Storms River mouth is spanned by a suspension bridge, offering breathtaking views over rocks and coves and crashing waves of the Indian Ocean. The bridge leads to a lookout point from which sweeping views over a verdant forest and the Stormsriver camp reward any hike to this area. A first-class Eco-Destination, ecologically sensitive activities such as Bungee Jumping from the Bloukrans River Bridge, and Canopy Tours, are two of the most popular things to do at Storms River and surrounds!

By bus

By rail & plane

There is no rail station nor airport in Storms River. Though the nearest train station is at Assegaai, in Kareedouw (40 km), as a stop of the Apple Express [1]. The nearest airports are located either in George or in Port Elizabeth, both 180 km away.

Get around

Nearly everyone goes to Storms River by car and this is definitely the best way to tour around.

Mountain Bike Hire (at the Mild2Wild Adventure Center), 111 Darnell St, [4]. A 22km cycle route, starting from Storms River Village, through the old Storms River Pass, all the way to the viewpoint of the Tsitsikamma National Park over Stormsriver Mouth.R110.

Treetop Canopy Tour, ☎+27 (0)42 281-1836 (info@treetoptour.com), [5]. Every 45 minutes from 8AM to 3:45PM. See the indigenous forest from the tree tops, 30m up.R450 per person, this includes a meal and guides.

Woodcutters’ Journey, ☎+27 (0)42 281-1836, [6]. Enjoy a tractor-trailer ride down the old Storms River Pass, with a knowledgeable guide and refreshments served next to the river.

Guided walks

Stormsriver Township Walk, House 252, Stormsriver West, ☎+27 (0)84 801-6274 (geraldinedamons@gmail.com), [7]. Experience rural township life with local guide Geraldine. Visit the local school, creche, crafters and see how ordinary people live and work.R75pp.